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- pronunciation:
- rih
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ri
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition: |
intended to improve or reform.
Reformatory measures will have to be put in place to curb corruption. |
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part of speech: |
noun |
inflections: |
reformatories |
definition: |
a corrective institution for disciplining and re-educating young offenders; reform school.
He acquired some skill at carpentry during his time at the reformatory. |
related words: |
prison |
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